Definitions

1. noun

The state of being open or unobstructed, especially the condition of a passage or channel being free of obstruction.

“The surgeon examined the patient’s airway for patency before intubation.”

2. noun

A quality or attribute that is characteristic of something, especially the quality of being open or unobstructed.

“Good patency of the airway is essential for successful anesthesia.”

3. noun

A condition in which something is open or unobstructed, especially in relation to the flow of fluid or gas.

“The engineer studied the patency of the pipeline to ensure its efficiency.”

4. noun

The quality of being open or accessible, especially in relation to knowledge or information.

“The academic journal emphasized the importance of patency in scientific research.”